Description

Disperse Orange 42 is a high-performance synthetic organic dye belonging to the disperse dye class, widely recognized for its vibrant orange hue. It is valued for its excellent color fastness, thermal stability, and dispersion properties, making it a critical component in modern textile coloration. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polyester and acetate fiber industries seeking reliable and consistent dyeing results for apparel, home textiles, and technical fabrics.

Application

• Primary dyeing and printing of polyester fibers and fabrics for apparel and sportswear.
• Coloration of acetate and triacetate materials used in linings and specialty garments.
• Dyeing of polyamide (nylon) fibers, particularly for automotive textiles and carpets.
• Used in the mass coloration of synthetic polymers during the melt-spinning process.
• Application in the transfer printing process for intricate designs on synthetic fabrics.
• Manufacture of dye concentrates and masterbatches for plastic coloring.

Basic Information

Product Name	Disperse Orange 42
CAS No.	12223-25-5
Molecular Formula	C18H14N4O2
Molecular Weight	318.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Disperse Orange GR; C.I. Disperse Orange 42; 1,4-Diamino-2,3-dicyanoanthraquinone; Solvent Orange 60; Samaron Orange HRS; Foron Orange S-R; Dianix Orange UN-SE; Artisil Orange 3R; Palanil Orange 3R; Terasil Orange W-3R
EINECS	235-413-4

Quality Control

Our Disperse Orange 42 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot is tested against key parameters including color strength, dispersion stability, and particle size distribution. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and application performance is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided to maintain color integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to Reddish-Orange Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Moisture Content	≤ 1.0%
Ash Content	≤ 0.5%
Dispersion Stability	Passes Filter Test
Particle Size	> 95% passes 80 mesh

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.